Description
These delightful banana oat bars are chewy, moist, and packed with natural banana sweetness. Perfect for a wholesome breakfast, snack, or healthier dessert option.
Ingredients
- 2 very ripe medium bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil (or unsalted butter)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup optional add-ins (chocolate chips, chopped nuts, dried fruit)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash ripe bananas until mostly smooth.
- Stir in melted coconut oil, maple syrup/honey, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together rolled oats, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and fold gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in any optional add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
- Spread batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins